What: Join LMFAO as they come to Central Park for the Good Morning America concert series! Viewers interested in viewing this in Central Park are encouraged to arrive at Rumsey Playfield via the 72nd street entrance on Fifth Avenue at 6:00am when the park opens to the public.When:Fri, Jun 29 at 7AM - 9AMWhere:Central Park SummerStage: 5th Avenue

June 22, 2012

What: After sitting drained for 28 consecutive summers (and eventually serving as a love-it-or-hate-it concert venue), the McCarren Park Pool in North Williamsburg has been returned to its former, water-filled glory. The pool, originally installed in 1936, will re-open to the public on June 28th with space for 1500 folks in its 37,571 square feet.When: June 28th, 2012Where: North Williamsburg, corner of Williamsburg and Greenpoint

June 20, 2012

What: Described by the New York Times as putting “rock and rebellion squarely in the category of African-American music,” the Afro-punk Festival has become a Brooklyn intuition, the focal point for the burgeoning Afro-punk movement. Over the past seven years, the festival has presented new artists before they hit it big, such as Grammy-nominated Santigold, The Noisettes and Janelle Monae. Afro-punk mainstays like Saul Williams, The Dirtbombs, and Dallas Austin have also graced Afro-punk’s stages.When: August 25-26, 2012Where: Commodore Barry Park, Brooklyn, NYFREEWebsite

What: This year, marks the 8th anniversary of The Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival (BHF). Established in 2005, this event has grown from a parking lot to the largest Hip-Hop cultural event in New York City on the Brooklyn Downtown waterfront that attracts over 20,000 Hip-Hop fans to the Borough of Kings annually.The only event of its kind, The Festival is produced by Brooklyn Bodega and staffed by 90% volunteers and family-run. In a world where being a Hip-Hop artist has become synonymous with being a corporate citizen; The Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival is a throwback to the DIY, entrepreneurial spirit of Hip-Hop.When: July 9 - 14, 2012Where:Brooklyn, NYCost: $15

June 14, 2012

What: Grab your free Chanel poster at this SOHO gallery. The traveling exhibition features Karl Lagerfeld's "Little Black Jacket," an ode to the classic couture and precision of Chanel's black jacket that made the label famous! When: Now until June 15 Where: 18 Wooster Street (between Grand and Canal streets)

What: Brooklyn block party seeks to show off Atlantic Avenue’s vibrant commerce, culture, and community to life. Festivities will include food, art, games, a spectacular ribbon cutting ceremony led by Brooklyn Steppers Marching Band, the stilt walkers of Circus Amok; the acrobats of LAVA; Bindlestiff Cavalcade of Youth All-Stars; the Balkan sounds of Braya Bass Band; Batala NYC, an all-female percussion band, and Underground Horns, the brass band renowned for its Afro Funk Bhangra New Orleans grooves, and so much more!Where: Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn (between the BQUE to 4th avenue)When: Saturday, June 16, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

June 13, 2012

What:Northside Festival is NYC's largest and most accessible discovery festival. Hundreds of bands, entrepreneurs, filmmakers, innovators, and over 80,000 fans converge on Brooklyn over eight days to witness the most incredible showcase of "what's next" in music, film, entrepreneurship, and art.When: June 14 - 21Where: Brooklyn, stretch of Williamsburg and GreenpointBadges & TixSchedule

June 8, 2012

What: K&G Fashion Superstore is celebrating their grand opening with flare and style! There will be DJs spinning out the hottest tunes. Also, there will be giveaways of $50 K&G gift cards as well as tickets to a Brooklyn baseball game! Just text New York to 79999 to get 10% off your next purchase!When: Friday June 8, 4-8pm; Saturday June 9, 2-8pm, Sunday June 10, 2012Where: 159-10 Jamaica Ave. & Parsons Blvd.

What: The Mermaid Parade celebrates the sand, the sea, the salt air and the beginning of summer, as well as the history and mythology of Coney Island, Coney Island pride, and artistic self-expression.After Party: The New York Aquarium, Surf Ave. & West 8th Street, 7pm - 12:30am, 21 and over.When: Saturday, June 23, 2012Where: Coney Island - West 21st Street and Surf Avenue Website

What: Lots of interactive family fun. There will be performances ranging from DJ Stormin' Norman to Fela's Queens, an African music group. There will also be circus performers, face painting, sports lessons, and crafts for all ages.When: Sunday June 10,2012 | 4-7pmWhere: Lafayette Ave & Marcy Ave, BrooklynFREEWebsite

What: All classic police cars will be on display outside the Police Museum for their annual car show. Go from car to car admiring and learning about some of NYC's history. Car owners will be there to answer questions and show off the cars. When: Saturday June 9,2012 | 10am-4pmWhere:100 Old Slip, NYFREE

What: A 100th birthday only happens once-- so don't miss this birthday party. There will be free carousel rides, birthday cake, crafts, and games for all ages.
When: Sunday June 10,2012 | 12-5pm
Where: Prospect Park, BrooklynWebsite

What:FIGMENT is an explosion of creative energy. It’s a free, annual celebration of participatory art and culture where everything is possible. For one weekend each summer, it transforms Governors Island into a large-scale collaborative artwork – and then it’s gone. From interactive art projects to mini-golf to a larger-than-life tree house, this event won't disappoint. EVENT DETAILSWhen: Saturday June 9 - Sunday June 10, 2012 | 10am-6pmWhere: Governors IslandFREE

What: America Means Business is a landmark three-day event about how to
become an entrepreneur. Join us in New York City for educational,
networking, and social events about how to start and grow your own business, and
everything in between, from how to finance and staff your business to how to
develop your products and services, how to market them, and how to service your
customers.

You can look forward to
dozens of inspirational keynotes, informative panel discussions, networking
opportunities, and an expo of products and services to help you get started. View the current
schedule of events here.

There will be many other
events throughout New York City as part of America Means Business, and some of
them may require separate registration, but if they do you'll be made aware of
that on the master calendar for America Means Business, at AmericaMeansBusiness-NYC.com.

If you've dreamed of having
your own business but don't know where to start, or if you already have your
own business but need help taking it to the next level, you must attend America Means Business!

What: At 3RD Ward, the Inflatable Sculpture
students have been toiling away, designing and sewing their mega-masterpieces.
On June 8th, we’ll inflate these larger-than-life creations and let them loose
on both of our floors!

Anticipate a show unlike any other, packed
from floor to ceiling with gargantuan gorgeousness. As you navigate your way
through all the pieces, also enjoy free drinks and music from R.C. Bankwell.

What:SHAPE UP NYC,
a free citywide fitness program created through partnerships with Equinox, NYC Service, and Empire
Blue Cross Blue Shield brings you Intensati: a workout
that fuses high energy aerobics, martial arts, dance, yoga and strength
conditioning.Attendance is limited to 75 people on a
first come,first served basis.

What: 2nd Avenue Restaurant Week is finally here, so plan to dine on 2nd Ave. over the next few days! There will be over 20 restaurants participating along the avenue in the subway construction corridor from 68th-96th Streets. They are offering either 20% off their menu items or a $20.16 course dinner during this week.When: Mon, Jun 4 at 11AM - Fri, Jun 8 at 11PMWhere: Manhattan, New York

June 1, 2012

What: The ninth-annual Howl! Festival begins with a group reading of "Howl," the 1955–1956 Allen Ginsberg poem that inspired the happening. This tradition and celebration honors the East Village's long tradition of attracting people with creative tendencies and includes poetry, public art, live music, performances, carnival games for kids and more.

What: Michael Arenella and his Dreamland Orchestra are back to bring the hot jazz and light-hearted fun. The Jazz-Age Lawn party brings you back to the roaring 1920s for an afternoon of live music and dance, instruction in period dances, picnicking, and games. TWhen: Saturday-Sunday, June 16-17 and August 18-19, 11am – 5pmWhere: Governors Island Cost: Tickets are $15 in advance or cash at the door, and kids under 12 are free.